History Department

Internships in History

All history majors are encouraged to consider an internship in history as part of their undergraduate study, especially if they are thinking about teaching history in the public schools or a career in public history. These on-the-job positions offer valuable learning experiences and sometimes lead to job offers and career choices. Internship positions are available at local middle and high schools, museums, historical societies, state parks, county agencies and non-profit organizations and may be arranged for academic credit towards the B.A. Some agencies also offer paid internships. For information about undergraduate history internships, contact Professor Stephen Bittner, Stevenson Hall 2070M, 664-2447. For information about graduate history internships, contact Professor Kathleen Noonan, Stevenson Hall 2070L, 664-2959.

The Donaldson Scholarship

Thanks to the generosity of the Donaldson family, the Sonoma State University History Department has funds to award a scholarship to history majors who are enrolled in a history internship at a local school, government agency or non-profit organization. Applications and information on the Donaldson Scholarship are available from Professor Michelle Jolly, History Department, Stevenson Hall 2070K. Applications are accepted at the beginning of each semester.